The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

July 3, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Christine Wood of Harrisburg and her schnoodle Allie, age 10, walk along 3rd Street in Harrisburg.

It’s not quite Friday, but for most of us, the weekend is here! Enjoy the holiday and make sure you visit Harrisburg’s food truck festival on Friday. Before you unplug for the weekend, make sure you’re up to date on our news coverage, below.

The Capitol Gateway Project was a great start in making Harrisburg’s Forster Street safer for pedestrians, our editor said in his column. However, there’s much more to be done, he says.

Capital Region Water submitted a final “Pollution Reduction Plan” to state and federal regulators, our online story reported. The plan includes spending about $1.43 billion over 40 years to eliminate waste entering waterways.

Concerts will bring all the summer music vibes to Harrisburg this month. Our reviewer offers recommendations for can’t-miss shows, here.

Dog owners share their thoughts on living in Harrisburg with a pet, in our magazine story. Some people enjoy the opportunities to socialize their pups, while others wish there were more dog-friendly infrastructure.

Harrisburg activist Frank Pizzoli recently published his book “Passionate Outlier: Gay Writers and Allies on Their Work,” our magazine story reported. His work compiles his interviews with LGBTQ writers.

July brings lots of special summer events, such as those listed in our Community Corner. We also have a thorough list of everything that local libraries, theaters, venues and museums are offering this month, in our Happenings.

Sara Bozich’s Weekend Roundup includes ways to enjoy the holiday, as well as the rest of the long weekend, here.

Tri-County Regional Planning Commission is offering Uber vouchers to people who consume alcohol at local bars during the holiday weekend, our online story reported. The initiative aims to deter drunken driving.

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Capital Region Water submits final long-term plan to stem pollutants into area waterways

July 3, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda

A view of Harrisburg from the Susquehanna River

A Harrisburg-area utility has finalized a long-term plan that envisions spending over $1 billion on upgrades to reduce wastewater flow into area waterways.

On Wednesday, Capital Region Water (CRW) stated that it had submitted a final “Pollution Reduction Plan” to state and federal regulators that would spend about $1.43 billion over 40 years to slash waste entering the Susquehanna River and Paxton Creek.

“The plan is technically feasible, cost-effective, resilient, sustainable and keeps our customers’ well-being at the forefront,” said Charlotte Katzenmoyer, CEO of CRW.

For many years, under agreements with federal and state agencies, CRW has been developing and refining a plan to improve Harrisburg’s aged, combined sewer system, which allows untreated wastewater to flow into area waterways during rain events.

That plan now includes a wide variety of system improvements, including pipe replacement and rehabilitation, green infrastructure and water storage systems, work that will continue for about four more decades.

According to CRW, the plan, when complete, will reduce overflows into the Susquehanna from about 90 events in a typical year to 12, and into Paxton Creek from 95 events to 16. Overflow volumes across the entire system would be reduced by 82%, according to CRW.

The project cost and timeline are much greater than previously reported. Previously, CRW had stated that system upgrades should cost about $315 million over 20 years.

According to CRW, the current cost projection of $1.43 billion is dramatically higher because it accounts for inflationary impacts over the long project lifespan. The project’s cost in terms of present value has risen by much less, to $455 million, CRW told TheBurg.

The project’s complexity and high cost has caused the timeline to be extended, CRW stated.

“Extending the implementation period over 40 years will help minimize undue financial strain on our customers,” CRW said, in a statement.

CRW funds the project through a variety of means, including low-interest state loans and a user-based stormwater fee, which was implemented in 2020.

CRW said that it has been working to improve the system since the utility’s inception in 2013, so far investing over $200 million.

The final “Pollution Reduction Plan” and timeline now must be approved by the federal Environmental Protection Agency.

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Weekend Roundup with Sara Bozich

July 3, 2025 | by Sara Bozich

Plan your weekend with my weekly list of things to do around Harrisburg and central PA!

What you’ll find ⤵️

For something new: Alexis Gives Back!, a lovely evening of music for a great cause on Saturday Worth noting: 4th of July Fireworks around the region; shop Little Black Dress’s 4th of July sale Things on my agenda this weekend:

For your weekend planning

July 5: Alexis Gives Back – A Night of Music, Community, and Purpose
Market on Market Heats Up in July with Food Trucks, Live Music & Family Fun
Read This Before You Leave Your Pet Home Alone
Feeling sluggish? Gameday Men’s Health can help – learn all about it here.
See what else you missed on the blog

Below are more options for your weekend.

A Look Ahead

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The Most Affordable Home Equity Loan Lenders in Pennsylvania

June 30, 2025 | by Admin

Pennsylvania has a mixed housing market with various property values. For many, borrowing funds is the only way for homeowners to pursue renovation projects, consolidate debt and cover major expenses. Finding the most affordable home equity loans in Pennsylvania is critical for lowering risk and staying in good financial standing.

Comparing Lenders for a Home Equity Loan

When choosing the most affordable home equity loan lenders in PA, you must consider several factors to minimize the financial burden of borrowing money.

Lender Requirements	Minimum amount of equity, loan-to-value (LV) ratio, debt-to-income ratio, credit score requirements and necessary documentation
Interest Rates and Fees	Comparison of interest rates and annual percentage rate (APR), including closing costs and origination, appraisal and any other annual fees
Loan Terms and Repayment	Repayment periods, schedules and penalties
Reputation	Online reviews about the lender’s transparency, communication and customer support

Comparing offers from multiple lenders can help you find the lowest interest rates and better terms. It also gives you greater negotiating power, helping you save more money over the loan’s lifespan.

Who Offers the Most Affordable Home Equity Loans in Pennsylvania?

Although careful research is required, you can find several affordable lenders for home equity loans in PA. Here is a breakdown of four potential lenders with competitive rates that may meet your needs and financial situation.

1. PSECU

PSECU is resolved to “helping you achieve more” when you look for a home equity loan. With its digital-first approach to financial management, this credit union offers members lower fees and greater perks.

The Real Estate Equity Loan delivers a fixed amount of money at once with a fixed rate for the entire loan, allowing you to borrow up to 90% of the appraised value. Get a 5.94% APR on a five-year equity LV up to 80% or 6.69% APR between 80% and 90%. For a 20-year loan, you can expect a 7.74% APR up to 80%. Meanwhile, monthly payments are on a five, 10, 15, or 20-year repayment plan.

When you become a PSECU member, you can start applying for the Real Estate Equity Loan.
You must provide all the information it asks for, including personal details and income. Proof of PA residency is also required.

Key Features

Digital-first approach to banking
Fixed loan amount with a fixed interest rate
Borrow up to 90% of the appraised value

2. First Commonwealth Bank

First Commonwealth Bank offers a fixed-interest home equity loan for between $10,000 and
$500,000. With a 6.50% APR, you can borrow up to 80% of your home equity on a repayment
term between five and 20 years. The Right@Home home equity installment loan is another lending option, with loans from $5,000 to $75,000. This flexible option has fixed rates, terms and monthly payment conditions, and you can borrow up to 90% of your home equity.

You can apply for a home equity loan through First Commonwealth Bank online, over the phone
or in person at a branch. Proof of income, annual property tax reports and homeowners
insurance are required. You must also demonstrate good credit and the ability to follow through
on monthly repayments. Speak with an expert about your financial status and loan necessities.

Key Features:

Loan amounts between $10,000 to $500,000
6.50% APR
Borrow up to 80% of your home equity

3. Penn Community Bank

Penn Community Bank offers fixed-rate home equity loans with straightforward repayment terms. You can also receive a discount when you deduct payments from your personal checking or savings account.

Loan amounts between $10,000 and $1,000,000 on a three- or five-year repayment plan have a 5.24% APR, while 20-year terms have a 7.24% APR. However, these rates are for a limited time and are subject to change.

Borrowers must own the property and meet the necessary eligibility requirements to qualify for a home equity loan from Penn Community Bank. Fill out the online application or visit a local branch to get started. You must provide your personal information, including whether you are applying for joint credit with a co-borrower. The financial institution also needs information about your income and assets, the purpose of the loan and authorization of a credit check.

Key Features

APR starting at 5.24%
Three- to 20-year repayment terms
Repayment discount when deducted from your personal checking or savings account

Making Wise Financial Decisions for Your Home and Budget

Borrowing against your home’s equity is not a decision you should make lightly. It is critical to compare several options that meet your needs. Fortunately, you have a few excellent options when considering the most affordable home equity loans in PA.

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“Sober Ride Home” to offer Uber vouchers during July 4th weekend

June 30, 2025 | by Maddie Gittens

Fireworks over the Susquehanna River. File photo.

A local program will help get people home safely during the coming holiday.

Tri-County Regional Planning Commission’s Sober Ride Home initiative will offer free Uber vouchers for the July 4^th weekend in hopes of preventing intoxicated driving.

“Forty percent of the fatal crashes in our region involve impaired drivers,” TCRPC Executive Director Andrew Bomberger said. “So do 30% of serious injury crashes. The goal of Sober Ride Home is to prevent these tragedies over the holiday weekend when folks might be out celebrating.”

People who have consumed alcohol at local bars and restaurants can redeem a $20 voucher from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m. from Thursday, July 3, through Saturday, July 5.

In Dauphin, Cumberland and Perry counties, people can redeem the voucher by visiting the Sober Ride Home website and scanning a QR code for a one-time voucher. Users must have an active Uber account with a credit card on file and vouchers will be available while supplies last.

The promotion is offered by TCRPC in partnership with Uber and Commute PA and funded through a grant from the Federal Highway Administration and the Safe Streets and Roads for All program.

Visit the Sober Ride Home website for more information.

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The Week that Was: News and features around Harrisburg

June 27, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

Vice Capital cut the ribbon on its new affordable housing development, JMB Gardens, on N. 6th Street in Harrisburg.

Can you believe it’s almost July?! This month’s magazine just dropped, and you may notice a few more four-legged friends than usual. While you’re here, read our news from this week, and then head to grab a copy of our special pet issue.

Conservation can be taught to kids of any age, our magazine story reported. Local educators and programs provide gardening, outdoor events and environmental learning.

F3, a worldwide fitness initiative for men, will host its annual Keystone Convergence in Harrisburg for all Pennsylvania-based groups on June 27 and 28, our online story reported. The group aims to provide opportunities for connections and support for men.

Harrisburg City Council approved a development project to bring townhomes, apartment buildings and commercial space to Midtown, our online story reported. The project proposes 62 units around the Broad Street Market.

The Harrisburg School Board approved a 2025-26 budget that includes a 2% tax hike, our online story reported. This was the first budget in six years that the board has approved, as the district has just exited receivership.

July 4^th in Harrisburg will include food trucks, live music and family activities, our online story reported. The city will also soon kick off its July Music Series at Reservoir Park.

Pennsylvania NewsMedia Association Foundation announced its Keystone Media Awards for the year, and TheBurg claimed 26 awards. Find out which stories were awarded, here.

The Pennsylvania State Museum will undergo a $55 million transformation to create a 21^st-century museum experience, our online story reported. The project, which will close the museum for three years, will add a 16^th-floor observation deck to the former state Archives.

Our publisher shares some of the feedback that he received on his column from last month, which discussed places of community connection in Harrisburg. He also sets the scene for the July issue of the magazine, here.

Sara Bozich has a packed list of weekend events, from music to exercise to artisan markets. Find all the happenings, here.

Theatre Harrisburg is presenting “The Da Vinci Code” through June 29. See what our reviewer has to say about the thriller, here.

Vice Capital, a development company owned by former NFL player LeSean McCoy, cut the ribbon on JMB Gardens this week, our online story reported. The housing complex will offer affordable one-, two- and three-bedroom units.

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Harrisburg to host July 4th festival, live music series

June 27, 2025 | by Maddie Gittens

Harrisburg and local officials at a press conference on Friday to talk about the July 4th festival and July Music Series.

It’s summertime in Harrisburg, which means food trucks, live music and festivities are right around the corner.

To celebrate the upcoming holiday, Harrisburg will host its annual July 4^th Food Truck Festival in Riverfront Park, and will bring back its July Music Series to Reservoir Park.

July 4^th celebrations will feature food, live music, line dancing and family activities, from 12 to 7 p.m. This year, there will be no city fireworks display, announced Mayor Wanda Williams at a press conference on Friday. She explained that the city made the decision with concern for safety, following several police incidents during the fireworks over the past several years.

Williams shared that although the city won’t host fireworks, the Harrisburg Senators have a home baseball game that night and will shoot off fireworks after the game, which can be viewed from the riverfront.

“Come for the food; stay for the music; and head toward the river if you want to catch the fireworks show,” she said.

Festival attendees can choose from bites and drinks from over 40 food trucks and a wine and beer garden. Throughout the day, bands will perform roots, ’90s-tribute, Motown, and rock-n-roll music at a stage near State Street. At an entertainment stage near Locust Street, instructors and DJs will lead country and soul line dancing, DJ battles and karaoke. There will also be an American Music Icons Costume Contest, giving people a chance to dress to win $200.

Family activities will include free roller skating, an inflatable obstacle course, a mini highland cow, goat and sheep petting zoo and a bubble magic show.

Metered street parking is free for the holiday, $5 parking is available on City Island, and $10 parking from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. is available at the Market Square Garage, courtesy of Park Harrisburg (you must enter & exit within this time frame to get the discounted rate).

Kicking off the next day, on July 5, is the July Music Series presented by the city and nonprofit Pop’s House. Throughout the month, the series will bring performers to the Reservoir Park bandshell for free concerts.

The July Music Series schedule is as follows:

July 5: Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra, 6:30-9 p.m.
July 6: Mayor Williams’ Youth Talent Showcase, 6:30-9 p.m.
July 13: Gospel Night featuring Zak Williams and 1/Akord
July 19: Jazz Under the Stars featuring Najee, 5-10 pm.
July 26: Latin Afro/Soul Night featuring the original Lakeside, 5-10 p.m.

Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and snacks.

“The summer music scene in Harrisburg is about to hit another level,” Williams said.

For more information about Harrisburg’s July 4^th Food Truck Festival, visit their website. For more information about the July Music Series, visit their website.

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Halfway Home: The Capitol Gateway Project is a huge improvement, but it’s not done yet

June 27, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda

I tell a dark joke that, one day, I’m going to meet my maker on Forster Street.

Only it’s not really a joke, since it’s almost happened several times.

I live on one side of the wide, six-plus-lane road and work on the other, so cross it several times a day. And, over the years, I’ve nearly been mowed down by speeding cars running the light, making illegal lefthand turns and turning directly into me in the crosswalk.

Well, I’m happy to report that my chances of buying the asphalt farm have decreased. Last month, the city finished up its reconstruction of the 100-block of Forster, narrowing and improving the safety of the state-owned road from the Taylor Bridge to 2nd Street.

It’s been a long time coming.

In the mid-1950s, the commonwealth plowed through a quaint, stable neighborhood to create what I’ve come to call, “The Grand Canyon of Harrisburg.” Turns out no one wanted to cross or live near the harsh urban highway dividing downtown from Midtown, blighting both neighborhoods.

The first hint of a turnaround came in 2020, when the city applied for—and then received—a federal transportation grant offsetting a chunk of the $1.7 million construction cost. It then took another four years to start the project and a fifth to wrap it up.

I’ll be honest—during that time, I wondered if the project would ever happen, considering it was supposed to begin in 2021. But, hey, what’s a few years in the world of major road projects in America?

Anyway, look at it now.

Two through lanes are gone, the road is narrower, the median wider and the pedestrian crossings restored. It’s altogether safer, more pedestrian-friendly and better integrated into the city around it.

If I had my druthers, I would have made a few additional changes. Vehicles still blow through the light coming off the bridge, so some kind of traffic-calming mechanism is needed. Also, I would have chosen to eliminate an eastbound lane, leaving in place the narrow median, to taper the street further and better join together the two parts of the divided city.

But maybe I quibble. All in all, the redesign is a major improvement, so kudos to the city, PennDOT and the Harrisburg Area Transportation Study, which selected the project for funding.

And now that I’ve buttered everyone up, it’s time for the big ask—“Please don’t stop now!”

The 100-block of Forster Street desperately needed improvement. It was ugly, dangerous and a 70-year-old dagger aimed straight into the heart of Harrisburg. The new road is a fitting start to what the city calls its “Capitol Gateway Project.”

But it’s only a beginning.

After the 100-block of Forster, comes, of course, the 200-block—the stretch of road from 2nd to 3rd streets—and it’s a disaster. This is the part of the street where my world almost goes dark, Tony Soprano-like, every few months.

The Capitol Gateway Project needs to be extended at least one more block. As it stands, the project is half-done, sort of like painting only half your house.

The good news is that this part should be much easier, and less expensive, than the first phase. There’s no need to account for the bridge or create new pedestrian intersections or extend the median, which is already wide enough there.

The 200-block of Forster can be made better and safer simply by eliminating two through lanes, one on each far side of the street, thus matching the 100-block. The sidewalk areas then could be extended out, the road narrowed, and green features/rain gardens installed where impermeable asphalt now exists. Importantly, this would help reintegrate the divided city, reversing the horrendous damage caused by the highway-happy 1950s.

This past May, I received a press release from PennDOT bragging about its road safety record. It stated that, in 2024, the number of people who lost their lives on Pennsylvania highways was the second lowest since record-keeping began in 1928. It further said that, between 2020 and 2024, about $591 million in federal highway funds were invested in 392 “unique safety projects.”

That’s great news—and I consider the Capitol Gateway Project to be among those “unique safety projects.” However, it’s also not done. It now needs a relatively small amount of money to extend one more block to deter accidents, help re-integrate the city and, on a purely selfish level, keep me from getting squished like a bug.

Harrisburg and PennDOT—you’ve done well. Now, please, finish the job.

Lawrance Binda is publisher and editor of TheBurg.

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July Publisher’s Note

June 27, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda

The texts and emails began almost immediately.

“You captured so well what I love about this city.”

“Thank you for your continued support of Harrisburg small business.”

“Thanks for the great article and all you do for the community.”

I often hear nice things from our readers, but the response to my June column, which described the fun community vibe at the Zeroday Outpost inside the Broad Street Market, was, in a word, overwhelming. Several people even asked for digital copies of the piece and wanted prints of the accompanying illustration.

I’m not exactly sure what to say except—we’re happy to do it! For 17 years, our mission has been to inform the community and, whenever possible, entertain and support it, too. That column was an example of those aspirations coming together.

In general, we believe that Harrisburg gets a bad rap. Sure, the city has issues, as do all cities, and we write about those all the time. But that’s such a small part of the story. A truer view includes a more comprehensive perspective: the hidden gems, the dedicated activists, the quirky denizens, the resolute businesses, the talented artists, etc.—all of which we featured in the June issue and, to be honest, highlight every month.

When we started TheBurg, we often used the phrase “integrative” to describe our approach to local journalism. By that, we meant showing the complexity of life here. Sure, that may include the standard government or crime story, but it also includes the shop owner, the athlete, the musician, the eccentric—and the folks gathered at the local bar, enjoying a beer and a conversation.

So then what’s in store for this issue? As we do each July, we give extra space to our four-legged companions. If the many dog-walkers outside my office window are any indication, pets increasingly are becoming a huge part of our lives. So, we hope you’ll appreciate our expanded coverage this month.

Lawrance Binda
Publisher/Editor

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July News Digest

June 27, 2025 | by Lawrance Binda and Maddie Gittens

July News Digest

Harrisburg School District Resumes Local Control

The Harrisburg School District regained local control last month.

Effective June 17, the district exited state receivership, imposed six years ago to provide oversight and direction for the then-distressed district.

Harrisburg has been under state oversight since June 2019, when a Dauphin County judge determined that the Pennsylvania Department of Education would take over the district.

Dr. Janet Samuels was then appointed as the receiver for the district, with Dr. Lori Suski taking her place in 2022, after Samuels resigned. Under receivership, the school board only had the power to levy taxes. The receiver had the sole vote on all other matters.

At the three-year mark, in June 2022, when the receivership was set to expire, the court extended receivership for another three years, until June 2025. At that time, district officials and board members were in favor of remaining under state control, as they made progress toward financial and academic goals.

Now, six years in, the district moved back to board control, with elected board members voting on district matters. PDE Acting Secretary Dr. Carrie Rowe made the decision to end Harrisburg’s receivership, which was announced in early June.

Zoning Change for Apartment Proposal

A project to construct a large apartment building in Midtown that has faced several delays now has taken a step forward.

In late May, Harrisburg City Council approved a zoning change for a swath of land around 320 Reily St., 1511 N. 3rd St. and 329 Harris St., a necessary step before developers can move forward with a proposed 144-unit apartment building.

The zoning modification changed the land from institutional zoning to commercial neighborhood zoning.

The project, proposed by Harrisburg-based GreenWorks Development, originally received zoning variances and special exceptions in 2021, but a land development plan was never filed. Then in February 2024, GreenWorks received new zoning approval, but the Zoning Hearing Board excluded parking relief from the approval.

Currently, the proposed project site is occupied by parking and vacant lots. The area was long zoned institutional as HACC was slated to use the space as part of its Midtown campus in the early 2000s but later abandoned the plan.

The proposed apartment building also would include first-floor commercial space and amenities for residents.

At the meeting, council also made several board appointments.

Council appointed Shea Zwerver, by a vote of 5-2, and Pierre MaCoy, by a vote of 4-3, to serve on the Capital Region Water board. Council also appointed Leon Hueston Sr. and Amechie Walker Sr. to the city’s newly formed Citizen’s Law Enforcement Advisory Board.

Housing Nonprofit Buys Midtown Building

A Harrisburg housing organization plans to expand their mission to include another basic necessity—food.

Last month, Thrive Housing Services told TheBurg that they will open a pay-what-you-can restaurant in Midtown Harrisburg in hopes of addressing local food insecurity and giving youth a place to get work experience.

The nonprofit was gifted the building at 1120 and 1122 N. 3rd St. in March from the former owners of Heartshine, which renovated the property and had also planned to open a pay-what-you-can restaurant, but did not.

Thrive Executive Director Dee Allen said that Thrive paid Heartshine a sum of money to help them dissolve the company in exchange for the building. Allen said that the previous owners requested that Thrive stick with the restaurant concept.

Thrive currently provides housing for young adults experiencing homelessness and has opened and planned several new housing developments recently. This would be their first entry into the food service world, but Allen believes the concept fits with their mission by filling hungry bellies and giving youth job training.

“It’s basically going to be a place where anybody can eat,” she said. “It will be an opportunity to serve the community.”

The building, which sits on two land parcels, will house the restaurant, as well as five apartments for young adults and a drop-in resource center for young people. The center will allow people to get mail, wash clothes and connect with agencies and assistance.

Allen also views the restaurant as a resource for Thrive’s clients, as it gives young people a place to work that will train them and help them build a resume, while being understanding of their life circumstances and struggles.

“A lot of kids don’t have the marketable things that people are looking for,” she said. “Now, we are helping to accommodate them […] so they can successfully transition out of homelessness.”

Additionally, Allen believes that the unique restaurant model will help Thrive serve the community in a new way by providing hot meals and de-stigmatizing food insecurity. Patrons will be seated, given menus to order from and served like any other restaurant, regardless of their income level and ability to pay.

However, she’s hopeful that community members of all economic statuses will come to dine.

According to Allen, the exterior of the building is in decent shape, but the interior of much of the structure is essentially “a shell.” Thrive will need to work to renovate the restaurant and apartment spaces. She estimated that the restaurant may be ready to open in fall 2026.

Home Sales, Prices Steady

The Harrisburg-area housing market held steady in May, as sales and prices were relatively unchanged from a year ago.

For the three-county region, sales totaled 599 homes in May compared to 616 in May 2024, as the median sales price edged up to $290,000 from $284,950, according to the latest sales report from the Greater Harrisburg Association of Realtors (GHAR).

In Dauphin County, 290 houses sold in May, a drop from 300 a year ago, as the median sales prices dipped to $250,000 from $265,000 in the year-ago period, GHAR said.

Cumberland County had 273 sales in May, a dip of two, while the median sales price increased to $324,900 from $314,900 in May 2024, GHAR stated.

In Perry County, 35 houses sold versus 33 a year ago, as the median sales price dropped to $257,500 from $285,000, according to GHAR.

The pace of home sales was nearly unchanged in May, as “average days on market” dipped to 24 days from 25 days in May 2024, GHAR said.

So Noted

John J. “Ski” Sygielski will extend his tenure as president and CEO of HACC due to the continued search for his replacement. Sygielski was due to retire last month, but now will serve until June 30, 2026, or until his successor is hired, whichever occurs first, according to HACC.

The Lexis Group has acquired RIG Consulting, a Pittsburgh-based construction management and inspection firm. The acquisition bolsters the Lexis Group’s construction inspection division, adding to its capacity for transportation and infrastructure projects, according to the Harrisburg-based company.

Sprocket Mural Works last month undertook its latest project, a number of murals in and around the Hall Manor housing development. Mural subjects were based upon answers to a survey of Hall Manor residents and include themes based upon inspirational people, nature and cultures.

Correction

Photos of mushrooms that ran with the “Foray into Foraging” story in the June issue were mistakenly credited to Debbie Naha-Koretzky. They were taken by Emily Rosmus of the Ned Smith Center. The mushrooms pictured are not edible.

Changing Hands

Allison St., 1519: HBG Rents LLC to Echo PropCo1 LLC, $90,000

Bellevue Rd., 2315: G. Ferkel to M. Will, $365,115

Berryhill St., 1635: Integrity First Home Buyers LLC to BAJ Holdings LLC, $95,000

Boas St., 124: R. Schlicker & D. Della Loggia to C. Talbott & B. Dincau, $225,000

Boas St., 233: E. Kepner to Integrity First Home Buyers LLC, $55,000

Boas St., 314: W. James to J. Parker, $169,500

Boas St., 402: McCarty Business LLC to J. Hammond, $213,000

Boas St., 1804: PA Deals LLC to M. Lindor, $89,000

Boas St., 1818: HBG Rents LLC to Echo Propco 1 LLC, $90,000

Briggs St., 2016: B. Rogers to S. Maurer, $62,500

Brookwood St., 2202: GTG Rentals LLC to Naders Property Solutions LLC, $125,000

Christian St., 1181: BST Services to C. Gutierrez, $95,000

Cumberland St., 258: S. Wood to Q. Nguyen, $220,000

Curtin St., 520: Sheaffer & Sheaffer Properties LLC to JR Hellercom LLC, $110,000

Derry St., 1615: B. & S. Aleman to Instant Home Solutions LLC, $57,000

Derry St., 2024: Bertao Family Investments Penn LLC to J7 Properties LLC, $110,000

Duke St., 2435: V. & T. Raskot to S. Rubinstein, $143,000

Emerald St., 615: Sheaffer & Sheaffer Properties LLC to JR Hellercom LLC, $125,000

Graham St., 510: P. George to PKM Enterprise369 LLC, $140,000

Green St., 1920: A. Hanlon to PKM Enterprises369 LLC, $172,500

Green St., 2148: M. Grubb to First Choice Home Buyers LLC, $119,000

Green St., 2330: Sheaffer & Sheaffer Properties LLC to JR Hellercom LLC, $110,000

Hamilton St., 204: F. Pryzbylkowski to D. Showers, $200,000

Holly St., 1941: T. Hardison to M. Lucas, $168,300

Hummel St., 344: M. Metallo to Dallas Property Investments LLC, $76,000

Jefferson St., 2616: N. Lucia to E. Epah, $82,000

Kensington St., 2116: NA Capital Group LLC to 248 S Quince St LLC, $104,500

Logan St., 1733: J. Wagoner to B. & A. Stein, $186,000 (start here)

Logan St., 2155: Sheaffer & Sheaffer Properties LLC to JR Hellercom LLC, $115,000

Logan St., 2159: J. Sheaffer to JR Hellercom LLC, $115,000

Luce St., 2320: J. Zabala to G. Messina, $117,500

Manada St., 1901A: E. Fajardo, N. Faviola & Z. Cobos to S. Marshall & J. Colbert, $145,000

Market St., 319: Market View II LP PMI to VAB Investments LLC, $1,750,000

Muench St., 411: Figueroa Enterprises LLC to PACC Homes and Development LLC, $100,000

Mulberry St., 1815: S. Swayze to A. Garcia & J. Cortijo, $148,000

Mulberry St., 1945: House Cash LLC to C. Little, $167,000

Naudain St., 1632: I. Colon to M. Martinez, $65,000

Nectarine St., 348: Amnesty Realty Group LLC to BZDEL Global Investment LLC, $128,000

N. 3rd St., 1101: A. Blaylok to J. Kyle, $215,000

N. 3rd St., 1105: W. & D. Henninger to S. Angelopoulos & N. Isaykin, $230,000

N. 3rd St., 1721: J. Lloyd to A. Joseph, $249,000

N. 3rd St., 3217: P. & J. Carnathan to Cummings Real Estate LLC, $450,000

N. 4th St., 1432: Keystone Brothers Investment LLC to Titania Real Estate LLC, $90,000

N. 4th St., 2410: K. Moulds to A. Poyrazli, $143,000

N. 5th St., 2218: C. Shokes to Echo Propco1 LLC, $100,000

N. 5th St., 2429: J. Sheaffer to JR Hellercom LLC, $115,000

N. 5th St., 2430: KDR Investments LLC to Lehav Properties LLC, $95,000

N. 6th St., 2517: A. Spence to TKO Rental LLC, $145,000

N. 6th St., 2728: J. Sheaffer to JR Hellercom LLC, $110,000

N. 7th St., 2103: RMP Real Estate II LLC to Lorfax1 LLC, $1,105,000

N. 7th St., 2244: DAP III LP to Willow Mill Commercial 7th LLC, $2,600,000

N. 15th St., 1304: PKM Enterrpises369 LLC to G. Cuff, $167,999

N. 16th St., 704: D. Bailey & N. Hassel to G. & E. Suryn, $279,900

N. 17th St., 708: R. Kent to J. & D. Zapata, $200,000

N. 17th St., 1208: A. Pherribo to Faith Walk Homes LLC, $65,000

Peffer St., 325: JR Hellercom LLC to Core 4 Investing LLC, $75,000

Peffer St., 433: E. Williams & J. Lawson to A. Bouhach, $105,000

Penn St., 1101: R. Thompson to N. Lam, $202,000

Penn St., 1622: V. Kauffman to R. Fraleigh & D. Ray, $242,000

Penn St., 2122: JR Hellercom LLC to Core 4 Investing LLC, $75,000

Prince St., 709: F. Boyle to First Daughters LLC, $107,000

Reel St., 2451: J. Pearsall to E. Epah, $76,500

Reel St., 2710: D&F Realty Holdings LP to 535 Curtin LLC, $120,000

Reily St., 335: H. Bailor to J. Meck, $188,000

Revere St., 1715: Renovestate LLC to A. Pichardo, $210,000

Ross St., 616: BCR 2 Properties LLC to Echo Propco 1 LLC, $75,000

Rudy Rd., 1833: CBMB Global Real Estate LLC to Normans Realty Services Inc., $50,000

Rudy Rd., 1913: R&LS Living Proof LLC to T Wy Enterprise LLC, $70,000

Schuylkill St., 522: J. & B. Readinger to Z. Mammadov, $173,500

Seneca St., 618: J. & M. Sheaffer to JR Hellercom LLC, $125,000

S. 13th St., 1516: B. Arias to W. Sis, $155,000

S. 15th St., 29: Sunnyside RE Enterprises LLC to L. Lapp, $195,000

S. 17th St., 831: S&P Property Holdings LLC to Echo Propco LLC, $275,000

S. 17th St., 1116: A. Clerk to AKS Real Estate Group LLC, $110,000

S. 19th St., 523: U. Doub to P and F Estate Investment LLC, $80,000

S. 20th St., 222: F. Ramirez to Future View Restoration Co, $113,000

S. 21st St., 100: R. Stewart to C. & C. Pfister, $349,900

Susquehanna St., 1626: A. Henry & A. Escarcega to L. Gangai, $220,000

Susquehanna St., 2124: J. Sheaffer to JR Hellercom LLC, $115,000

Swatara St., 1205: R. & P. Noss to A. Walker, $109,900

Taylor Blvd., 56: K. Bowman to S. Howard, $273,000

Verbeke St., 1419: I. Anderson to Fourvision Consulting LLC, $80,000

Walnut St., 1209: G. Bond to E. Inoa, $145,000

Walnut St., 1220: J. White to C. Morris, $149,000

Walnut St., 1908: C. Wise to H. Tejada, $140,000

Whitehall St., 1925: W. & D. Hodgkiss to K. Sekera, $207,000

Wiconisco St., 624: J. Sheaffer to JR Hellercom LLC, $80,000

Woodbine St., 317: Sheaffer & Sheaffer Properties LLC to JR Hellercom LLC, $115,000

Zarker St., 1462: A. Rollocks to RKE Investments LLC, $50,000

Zarker St., 2045: B. Williams to G&W Rentals LLC, $110,000

Harrisburg property sales, May 2025, greater than $50,000. Source: Dauphin County. Data is assumed to be accurate.

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